Social Security, DOGE and administrative law judge

Federal judge considers blocking DOGE from accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans
A federal judge is considering whether to temporarily block Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing Social Security Administration systems that hold sensitive data on millions of Americans.
Trump Administration Action Against Social Security Judges Threatens Fair Access to Benefits
The Trump Justice Department announced on February 20 that it believes the legal protections against firing administrative law judges (ALJs) — independent judges who serve at executive
DOGE accused of accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans
Labor unions are trying to stop Elon Musk’s DOGE from accessing Social Security data for millions of Americans. "They cannot explain why they want this data," lawyers said.
Unions ask court to stop DOGE from accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans
A group of labor unions are asking a federal court for an emergency order to stop Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing the sensitive Social Security data of millions of Americans.
'We don't know what happens': Judge hears arguments over DOGE's access to private data
A judge heard arguments on Friday about the legality of the Department of Government Efficiency accessing Americans' private data.
Judge weighs blocking DOGE from accessing Social Security data of millions of people
Labor unions who are suing the Trump administration say DOGE’s “nearly unlimited” access violates privacy laws and presents massive information security risks.
Social Security, CFPB Push to Cut Jobs Soon—as Judges Push Back on Legality
The Social Security Administration is preparing layoffs as part of the Trump administration’s attempts to slash federal spending. Up to half of the agency’s workforce could be cut, according to media ...
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Law and Order: Judge candidates, Social Security fraud, bond in stabbing
Griffith woman indicted for Social Security fraud A Griffith woman was ... The case is before Judge Gretchen Lund in the U.S. District Court in Hammond. Woman granted bond for fatally stabbing ...
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DOGE cuts = longer waits, other issues: Reducing SSA staff has consequences
About 65% of those first-time claims are denied, meaning hundreds of thousands of people appeal their claims to a Social Security judge. The average wait time for that hearing is about 15 months.
Outrage and exposure halts Trump's plans for Social Security service cuts
Rachel Maddow shares video of Rep. John Larson channeling the outrage of his constituents at the anticipation that Donald Trump's top donor, Elon Musk, is intending to destroy Social Security in order ...